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The North Dakota Safety Council is private non-profit organization supported through grants, donations and membership. Our mission is to save lives and prevent injuries at work, at home, on our roads and in our communities through education, training, leadership and advocacy. With more than 1,000 member companies representing all sizes of all industries, the NDSC is an active participant in influencing safe work practices all across North Dakota. |
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New Members as of
May 1, 2013
Bosch Lumber
PS Door Services
Dakota Fence Company
United Rentals
PA Safety
Portal Service Company
Pro-Pipe Corporation
Signature Industrial Services
S&A Safety, LLC
Cudd Pressure Control
Thomas Petroleum
Clean Coal Solutions
Mountain States Environmental Services
Wendt & Sons Oilfield Service
Greag Southwestern Construction
Timberline Construction
Powerline Utility Services
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Free Child Safety Resources on
Internet and Abduction Prevention
Saturday, May 25 marks the fifth annual Take 25 child safety campaign. The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) is encouraging parents and guardians to take 25 minutes to talk to their children about Internet and abduction prevention. Every year, an estimated 800,000 children are reported missing. Of that number, 200,000 are abducted by family members, 58,000 by non-family members for which the primary motive is sexual and about 115 become victims of the most serious abductions and are murdered, ransomed or stolen.
An analysis by NCMEC of more than 4,000 attempted abductions over the past five years revealed that children who escaped would-be abductors had yelled, kicked, pulled away or attracted someone’s attention instead of being passive or polite. Or they simply walked or ran away.
NCMEC has free resources, including safety tips and conversation starters, to help initiate an on-going dialogue with your children about safety. Click here to download your free resources today.
If you are interested in self protection training, the NDSC is now offering a Self Protection & Predator Awareness course. This course gives you the knowledge to avoid stalkers and predators, as well as simple techniques to help you escape if your are attacked. Click here to learn more or find a course in your area.
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National Safety Month Materials Now Available
Each June, the North Dakota Safety Council encourages individuals and organizations to get involved and participate in National Safety Month (NSM). NSM is an annual observance to educate and influence behaviors around the leading causes of preventable injuries and deaths.
Each week in June carries a theme that brings attention to critical safety issues. Be a leader in safety at your organization - download these free materials and start planning for Safety Month 2013!
(Click on each week’s theme to download the weekly toolkit.)
Week 1: Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls
Week 2: Employee Wellness
Week 3: Emergency Preparedness
Week 4: Ergonomics
Bonus Topic: Summer Safety
Bonus Topic: Driving Safety
Don’t forget to check out NDSC’s resources, available all year long, including Defensive Driving, First Aid, Operation Lifesaver, and more!
Members! Be sure to log on to the members-only website to download your exclusive materials, including case studies, safety talks, and more!
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NDSC Seeking Program Coordinator
for Rail Safety Program
The North Dakota Safety Council is seeking a part time Program Coordinator for their Beulah Office. This position will coordinate the North Dakota Operation Lifesaver program, a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to ending tragic and unnecessary injuries and deaths at railroad crossings and rights-of-way. Duties will include public speaking, event coordination, marketing, volunteer recruitment, fundraising and program development. The ideal candidate will have a passion for public safety and knowledge of the transportation industry. Submit cover letter and resume to serenas@ndsc.org by Monday, June 3.
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Join the Movement! Help Spread the Word about the Dangers of Texting & Driving
May 15, 2013 -- We are quickly approaching the deadliest driving season for teen drivers - the summer months between Memorial Day and Labor Day known as a teen driver’s 100 Deadliest Days. The NDSC is once again joining AT&T in their It Can Wait campaign to help educate parents and young drivers across the state about the dangers of texting while driving.
Please join the movement and help spread the word in your family, business and community! Here are some simple ways you can help:
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Members Receive 12 FREE Streaming Videos
May 13, 2013 - Providing our members with the latest safety news and information is one of our highest priorities, which is why all members of the North Dakota Safety Council have access to free online streaming videos each year! Members can choose 12 free videos from a pre-selected library, plus have access to the full streaming safety video library where they can purchase videos on the topic of their choice.
Our streaming videos are up-to-date on the latest safety rules and procedures, helping you stay safe and compliant while on the job. Log on to the NDSC Members-Only website to learn more now! Not a member? Contact Kyle at 701-751-6116 or kylem@ndsc.org
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News You Can Use
NTSB recommends states lower drunk driving limit
May 17, 2013 -- States should reduce the blood-alcohol concentration limit for drivers to 0.05 or lower, from the current limit of 0.08, to help decrease the rate of fatal alcohol-impaired crashes, according to the National Transportation Safety Board.
Estimated 2012 traffic fatalities up 5.3 percent: study
May 17, 2013 -- An estimated 34,080 people died in motor vehicle crashes in 2012, a 5.3 percent increase over the previous year and the first year-to-year increase since 2005, according to a new report (.pdf file) from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Nearly half of high school drivers text behind the wheel: study
May 17, 2013 -- Nearly 45 percent of high school students 16 or older reported texting while driving – with texters more likely to engage in other unsafe driving behaviors – according to a new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Hospital claims amusement rides pose injury risk
May 17, 2013 -- More than 20 children a day are injured on amusement rides in the summer, according to a study from Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Required bicycle helmet use saves kids' lives: study
May 17, 2013 -- Requiring bicyclists to wear helmets would reduce fatalities and serious injuries among children, according to a new study from Boston Children's Hospital.
NSC analysis shows cell phone distracted driving crashes vastly under-reported
May 10, 2013 -- The National Safety Council has released findings from a recent analysis of national statistics on fatal motor vehicle crashes.
Click here for full news stories on our News page.
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The North Dakota Safety Council provides safety training and services across the state, including the cities of Bismarck, Devils Lake, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot and Williston. |
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